Family Fun in Omaha

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Lunch & Learn – Native American Life (Adults Only)

Have you ever wondered about the ins and outs of Native Americans life on the plains? What their homes looked like? How their villages were structured? Join for a “travelling history” presentation by a speaker from the Durham Western Heritage Museum. This event is free to attend and open to everyone. Lunch will be provided, so bring a friend!

Crafts with Cops – Corn Kernel Crafts

Join on the first Thursday of the month for a special craft your little one can do with a Papillion Police Officer. Crafts will take place in the Youth Area.

This month’s craft project: Corn Kernel Crafts

Fire Fighter Storytime

Join for a special Firefighter storytime. Firefighters will be here to read a book. Watch as they put on their gear and learn more about fire prevention. Then explore the fire truck.

Library Field Trip: Gretna Fire Station #1

Learn about the fire station, emergency vehicles, and fire safety at the Gretna fire station at 21825 Capehart Rd. All preschool and homeschool families are invited.  No library card or registration required.

Maggot Painting | Insects and Death

Put aside your paintbrushes! Our new painting tools are live maggots! Create a unique masterpiece that will be beautiful and a good conversation starter.  

Dr. Amanda Roe, Associate Professor of Biology, will be leading this craft as well as a presentation on the importance of insects in the process of decomposition.

Open to all ages.

Ahoy! An Escape Room!

Can your team solve the puzzles before time runs out? Sign up to reserve your spot in the challenge.  No library card required.  For incoming Grades 2-5.  The instructions and game will take approximately 45 minutes.  Do not sign up for more than one timeslot.

Registration is required. 

The following days and times are also available.  Click below to register.

Puzzle Race

Compete in teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle in 2 hours or less!

Register your team of 2-4 people or as an individual looking to join another team. Registration open today online by following this link ( https://forms.gle/LPqygTNvGboc6SiG8 ) or in person by dropping by either library and speaking with a librarian.

Check out our Puzzle Swap happening at the same time. Bring a puzzle (or two!) to leave, take a new puzzle (or two) back home with you! No registration required.

Saturday Craft: Wine Cork Pumpkin

Join for a Saturday craft session as we make festive fall pumpkin decorations! They’ll be using wine corks and paint to create unique pieces that will add a lovely fall touch to your kitchen or living space. 

Since supplies and space are limited, registration is required. This program is intended for adult crafters.